2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Materia | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 39 L |
